The Jackson-Vanik Amendment and U.S.-Russian Relations

Title: The Jackson-Vanik Amendment and U.S.-Russian Relations
Location: B-338 Rayburn House Office Building
Description: Invitation to a Kennan Institute and Wilson Center on the Hill Event:

The Jackson-Vanik Amendment and U.S.-Russian Relations

The Jackson-Vanik amendment to the 1974 Trade Act denied permanent normal trading relations to non-market economies that restricted emigration rights, and remains in force today for several states, including Russia. Three experts will discuss the legacy of Jackson-Vanik, and how the United States can contribute to improving the human rights atmosphere in Russia without reverting to the dynamics of the Cold War.

Featuring:
SARAH MENDELSON, Center for Strategic and International Studies
SAM KLIGER, American Jewish Committee
KARINNA MOSKALENKO, International Protection Center
Moderated by: WILLIAM POMERANZ, Deputy Director, Kennan Institute

Please RSVP acceptances only to onthehill@wilsoncenter.org or 202-691-4357.
Start Time: 12:00
Date: 2010-02-03
End Time: 13:30